Job Related Awareness question from High Court exam, 2026 by JKSSB
What is the primary function of an 'Ahlimad' in the context of court procedures?
Last updated Jul 28, 2026
Correct Answer:
Option B —
Legal Clerk
Primary Function of an 'Ahlimad' (Ahlmad)An Ahlimad is a court record keeper or judicial/legal clerk in trial courts (commonly in North India, such as in Delhi, Jammu & Kashmir, Punjab, and Haryana).
Key Duties: Record Maintenance: Organizing, indexing, and maintaining trial case files, judicial registers, and evidence records. File Transit & Tracking: Preparing files for daily court hearings and transmitting case files to copying sections or higher courts. Administrative Support: Assisting the presiding judge and judicial officers with administrative and clerical tasks related to pending cases. Functions of Other Options:Process Server (A): Responsible for delivering summons, subpoenas, and legal notices to parties involved. Expert Witness (C): A specialized professional called to provide expert testimony on technical or scientific matters. Peon (D): Attendants who assist with basic physical support work like carrying files and administrative errands.
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